Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion
The Extraordinary Eucharistic ministers distribute communion at Mass and take
communion to the homebound parishioners.
Contact: Church Office
Altar Servers
The Altar Servers assist the Priest in the sanctuary at Mass and at other liturgical functions. They are in charge of setting up the sanctuary for Mass and other liturgical celebrations. This ministry is open to boys and girls who have received their first communion and are willing to make a commitment to serve on a regular basis.
Contact: Dwight Wilcox & Maria Jorge
Lectors
The Lectors are in charge of reading the first and second readings, the responsorial psalm (if not sung), the prayers of the faithful and the parish announcements at Mass.
Contact: Therese Garces
Ushers (Hospitality Ministers)
The Ushers welcome people, assist in seating, receive the collection, distribute bulletins, and handle emergencies during Mass or other liturgical functions.
Contact: Margaret Stewart, Vicky Buckley & Nick Gizzi
Sacristans
The Sacristans set up the sanctuary for Mass and other liturgical celebrations. They are in charge of the care of the vestments, vessels, linens, books, and candles used for Mass and other liturgical functions.
Contact: Juliette Silveira
Religious Education Volunteer Catechists and Classroom Assistants
The catechists are in charge of teaching youth and children of St. Agnes parish on Tuesdays at 4:00 pm in the Parish Center. The faith formation program includes preparation for First Holy Communion, Confirmation, Children’s liturgy, Altar Serving. The program covers from September through May. For more information, please call 619-223-4725.
St. Agnes Choir
The English Choir provides liturgical music for the 11:00am Sunday Mass (First, third and fifth Sundays), for funerals and weddings and other liturgical functions. Rehearsals are in the Church on Tuesday evenings at 7:00pm.
Contact: Raymond Francisco
St. Agnes Portuguese Choir
The Portuguese Choir provides liturgical music for the 11:00am Sunday Mass (Second and fourth Sundays), for funerals and other liturgical functions.
Contact: Fatima Estrela
Rex Choir
Rex and company sing the Saturday and Sunday evening Masses. They are available for funerals, weddings and other liturgical functions.
Contact: Rex Afan
Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA) Team
RCIA enables adults to gain a fuller understanding of the Catholic faith and community. This is a faith formation process for those who are unbaptized, or baptized in another faith, as well as those Catholics who need to receive First Communion and Confirmation. The program is held every Thursday at 6:45pm in the Parish Center
Contact: Parish Office
Baptismal Preparation Instructors
The catechists prepare families for the celebration of baptism of their children. They present the requirements for baptism and the role of the parties in the baptismal liturgy. Instruction takes place on the first Tuesday of the month at 7:30pm in the Parish Center.
Contact: Jeanette Finete
Wedding Coordinators
Wedding Coordinators contact the bride one month before their wedding to organize an orientation about their wedding preparations. They assist the Priest with rehearsals and are present the day of the wedding to orient the florists, camera, video people and the musicians. They prepare the altar for the wedding ceremony and assist the wedding party during the celebration.
Contact: Mary Aldous
Vocations Awareness Prayer Group
The group meets every Wednesday before the 7:30am Mass to pray for an increase in the lay, Priesthood and Religious life vocations in the Church.
Contact: Open
Our Lady of Fatima Group
The group is in charge of promoting devotion to Our Lady of Fatima.
Contact: Julieta Silveira & Maria Jorge
Mission Circle
The group is committed to organize activities to promote donations to seven sponsored missionaries in the US, Africa, South America and Philippines. Funds are raised from monthly buffet breakfast held on the first and second Sundays of the month after the 8:00am and 11:00am Masses in the Parish Hall. All proceeds will go directly to the sponsored missionaries.
Contact: Hannah Olson
St. Agnes Women’s Guild
We are delighted to invite you to our December Luncheon on Tuesday, December 9th at 11:30 AM in St. Agnes Hall!
This year we will be taking a festive group photo, so be sure to wear your favorite Christmas sweater and some fun, sparkly costume jewelry to match.
Our lunch will be prepared by Chef Gilbert and his team, featuring a delicious menu of bacon-wrapped chicken, mashed potatoes, vegetables, salad, and warm rolls.
We will also enjoy a charming performance by the San Diego Harmony Bell Ringers, followed by a discussion of our Valentine’s Candy-Gram Fundraiser.
If you love baking, please bring two dozen of your favorite cookies or candies for a delightful cookie-exchange dessert table.
Below you will find the luncheon registration form—please feel free to invite friends!
If you have not yet joined, the membership form is also below. Kindly write separate checks for lunch and membership.
We look forward to celebrating the season with you!
Warmest Christmas blessings,
— St. Agnes Women’s Guild
Join here: Membership form
12/9 December Luncheon flyer/form
Contact: Morghan Graham
Bereavement Ministry
The group facilitates the celebration of funeral and memorial Masses. It helps the bereaved families in the preparation and celebration of these liturgies.
Contact: Francine Sanfilippo
Parish Website
The group maintains the website of the parish.
Contact: Paul Grimes & Aaron Dishno
Live-Stream Videos
Provides live-stream video (and replays) of the Sunday 8:00am mass. Could be available for funerals and special masses.
Contact: Paul Grimes
Finance Council
It operates as an advisory group to the Pastor in keeping the finances, projects and maintenance of the facilities of the parish.
Food Distribution
The group organizes the distribution of food from the San Diego Food Bank to the families in need of food assistance.
Contact: Aaron Dishno & Karen Dishno
Loaves and Fishes!
Dear St. Agnes Parishioners,
Thank you so much for your generous participation in our Focus Food Drive! With your support, we collected a remarkable amount of canned tuna to help those affected by the government shutdown. We were especially moved by the record number of volunteers who showed up and by all who asked how they could help. Your kindness truly made a difference.
We will return to our regular schedule of monthly protein food drives on the first weekend of every month beginning in December. St. Agnes continues to be one of the leading churches in monetary donations to Loaves and Fishes—funds that help us purchase bulk pallets of essential pantry items.
In addition to protein items, we are always grateful for donations of boxed cereal, granola bars, and canned fruit. (Please note that we cannot accept glass jars or expired items.)
If you have any questions, please visit the Loaves and Fishes website or contact Morghan Graham (402)802-2149.
Thank you, from the bottom of our hearts, for your constant care and generosity. You are truly a blessing to our community.
– Loaves and Fishes Food Pantry
To learn more about this vital ministry, please visit https://sdloavesfishes.org/